Assistant Technical Director
Theatre Calgary
Calgary AB
Canada
Theatre Calgary is seeking an exceptional individual to fulfil the role of Assistant Technical Director. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Production team to help manage the technical requirements needed to mount shows throughout the season in the Max Bell Theatre as well as other venues.
The Assistant Technical Director reports directly to the Production Manager and Technical Director. The successful candidate will have excellent technical and communication skills and will exhibit a keen interest and ability to work as a part of a dynamic team environment.
Theatre Calgary operates as a certified Union House with IATSE 212, is a Category “A” venue with CAEA, and is a signatory to the Canadian Theatre Agreement (CTA). Theatre Calgary is also a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT).
We are the resident company in the Max Bell Theatre in the Arts Commons complex, on a 55’ wide by 40’ deep proscenium stage, featuring a 51-lineset single purchase counterweight fly system. The stage is typically used for theatre and dance presentations, for an audience of up to 750 patrons. The seasons are structured with 7 shows spanning from August through June, including both straight plays and musicals. There may also be rentals from outside groups when Theatre Calgary is not active on the Max Bell stage. Four weeks are provided each summer for maintenance and repairs.